Recovery Sisterhood

The Saying That Helped Me Rise from Rock BottomWelcome to our new series, Women From Rock Bottom Rise—a space where we share the wisdom, truth, and strength it takes to rise from the moments that nearly broke us.In this heartfelt episode, Ardy sits down with Emily to unpack one of the most powerful—and misunderstood—sayings that helped her begin again: ✨ "Acceptance is the answer to all my problems today."What starts as a phrase on a wall becomes a lifeline when you're learning to surrender, soften control, and find your power again.🎙 Inside this conversation: • The truth about acceptance (it's not agreement) • Why control was keeping her stuck • Learning to listen to your body’s signals • Speaking to your inner child with love, not shame • Letting faith carry you even when logic won't🪨 Whether you're rebuilding after heartbreak, burnout, or betrayal—this episode is a mirror and a gentle friend reminding you: You don’t have to fight your way to strength. You can rise from softness too.👇 What saying helped you rise from your lowest point? Share in the comments—we want to hear your voice.#Acceptance #LetGoAndLetGod #WomenSupportingWomen #HealingInProgress #rockbottom 📚 Support Resources (Non-Affiliated) If you're looking for support, here are some free, external tools others have found helpful that can be searched for free help. Women From Rock Bottom Rise and the sisterhood is not affiliated with any of these organizations.Search Terms and Hotlines:12-Step Programs: AA, Al-Anon, CoDA, ACASMART Suicide Prevention: 988 Lifeline – Call/Text 988 | 988lifeline.orgDomestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE | thehotline.orgSexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE | rainn.org🔒 These are shared for informational purposes only.

“Recovery is a journey of clearing what gets in the way— so you can see the amazing woman you are, and so the world can see you too.” 💛

Welcome to a different kind of recovery space. This short episode is an invitation for you to share your story, your voice, and the passions that help you stay grounded in recovery.

Here at the Recovery Sisterhood, we feature real women in recovery, creative shares between interviews, and mindful tools to help you reconnect—one step, one breath, one share at a time.

📝 Want to be featured? Send your poem, quote, photo, or story to: 📩 [email protected]

🎙️ Whether you’re brand new to recovery or decades in, your voice matters here.

👇 Comment below: What lights you up in recovery? What helps you stay connected?

And don’t forget to subscribe to walk with us—because it gets better when we walk it together. 🌱

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#WomenInRecovery #YourVoiceMatters #CreativeRecovery #RecoverySisterhood #ShareYourStory

Are ruminating thoughts pulling you out of the present moment? You're not alone. In this bonus recovery episode, Ardy shares how mindfulness helped her shift her relationship with mental loops—and how you can begin to do the same.

Whether you're in early recovery, long-term sobriety, or managing trauma and anxiety, this gentle, research-backed practice offers a new way to relate to the noise in your mind.

☁️ You’ll learn:

• What rumination really is
  

• Why it happens in recovery
  

• A simple breathing space practice to ground yourself
  

• How mindfulness offers space, not a quick fix
  

Plus, Ardy gets real about her own hamster-wheel thoughts, the myth of “fixing it,” and the power of practice over perfection.

🧠✨ Links to the science behind mindfulness and rumination are in the show notes.

🎙️ Let this be your invitation back to the breath, the body, and the present.

📚 Links to Research:

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Research – NIH-  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1361002/
  
• How Mindfulness Helps with Rumination – APA https://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/07-08/ce-corner

• Mindfulness Reduces Emotional Reactivity – Harvard Gazette https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2011/05/eight-weeks-to-a-better-brain/

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New Podcast Episode

🎙️ This is For Every Woman Who Was Told to Whisper with Esperansa Guerra Wells

Friday, June 13th

44 min 58 sec 

What happens when a therapist refuses to water herself down—and invites others to do the same? 🌊✨

In this powerful conversation, Ardy sits down with Esperansa, a fierce and compassionate clinician 🧠💖 whose work spans jails 🏛️, psychiatric units 🏥, and the hearts of women healing from trauma 💔➡️💗.

Together, they explore what it means to be called "too much"—and how that label often hides our greatest gifts 🎁.

 Esperansa shares raw truths 🔥 about working in a system designed for men, the emotional toll of invisibility 😶, and the importance of helping women feel truly seen 👁️—sometimes for the first time in their lives.

From CPR dummies without breasts 🫃 to the quieting of women's voices across generations 🤐➡️🔊, this conversation names the weight 🪨 and offers the medicine 🧪.

In one of the most emotional moments of the podcast, Esperansa honors her beloved niece, Amber 🕊️, whose life was lost to a one-time fentanyl overdose 💔 after 100 days of sobriety. Her story is a reminder of why we keep showing up—for ourselves, for our loved ones, for the possibility of healing 🌱.

Whether you've been told you're too loud, too soft, too emotional, or too broken 💔—this episode is a love letter to your wholeness 💌💪🏽‍♀️.

Topics Include:

• Reclaiming labels like “too loud” as power
  

• Creating emotionally safe spaces in therapy
  

• Trauma healing and the mind-body connection
  

• Working with women behind bars
  

• Grieving and honoring lives lost to overdose
  

• Why it’s not your job to convince anyone of your truth
  

You’re not too much—you just need a bigger room.

#WomenInRecovery #HealingFromTrauma #RecoveryPodcast

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Trigger warnings: Some of the content of these episodes mentions drinking, past drug use, suicide as well as other personal traumas. Please seek help if needed. The national suicide prevention line is 988 in the United States. Links are provided below for international free help and other resources. Disclaimer

If you are struggling with alcohol or any addiction, here are links to free programs and free help that are available:

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)

NA (Narcotics Anonymous)

ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families)

SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training)

Other outside free resources outside of recovery:

Suicide Prevention in US: Call, or text, 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Suicide Prevention Internationally: International Association for Suicide Prevention

Domestic Violence Help: International Domestic Violence Resources

Sexual Assault Resources

🎙️ This is For Every Woman Who Was Told to Whisper with Esperansa Guerra Wells

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Welcome to the Recovery Sisterhood Podcast! 💛In this short and sneak peak episode, host Ardy shares how our interviews unfold through personal referrals, how you can nominate women in recovery to be featured, and what exciting content is on the horizon — including an upcoming episode on EMDR with mental health expert Esperansa Wells, powerful recovery sayings from real women, and mindfulness tools created just for this community.If you're looking for hope, connection, and real-life recovery wisdom — you're in the right place.🎧 Subscribe, share, and join the Sisterhood. You're never alone.#recoverysisterhoodpodcast #recoverysisterhood #recoverycommunity

If you are struggling with alcohol or any addiction, here are links to free programs and free help that are available:

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)

NA (Narcotics Anonymous)

ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families)

SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training)

Other outside free resources outside of recovery:

Suicide Prevention in US: Call, or text, 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Suicide Prevention Internationally: International Association for Suicide Prevention

Domestic Violence Help: International Domestic Violence Resources

Sexual Assault Resources

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🎙️ Everything Had to Fall Apart: A Journey in Finding Herself - Osha’s Story

Friday, May 30th

40 min 01 sec 

In this raw and deeply honest episode, Osha shares what it took to break free from the grip of alcoholism after years of chaos, legal trouble, and emotional fallout. From drinking fifths of vodka in isolation to fighting with friends and racking up DWIs, her story reflects the painful but powerful truth so many women in recovery will recognize.

But this conversation isn’t just about rock bottom—it’s about what came next.

🔹 How hitting emotional and spiritual lows helped Osha ask for help 🔹 The surprising role her family—especially her brother in recovery—played in her healing 🔹 Learning to embrace meditation (after hating the idea!) 🔹 Letting go of toxic friendships to make room for genuine sisterhood in sobriety 🔹 Why practicing honesty and setting boundaries became non-negotiable for her peace

Osha reminds us that sobriety is more than just putting down the drink—it's about showing up for yourself and others with truth, love, and courage. Whether you're in early recovery or years deep into the journey, this episode will speak to your heart.

👉 Don’t miss this powerful testimony of transformation, humility, and hope. Hit play and be reminded that you're not alone.

#RecoverySisterhood #SobrietyJourney #WomenInRecovery #OshasStory #AlcoholRecovery #12StepProgram #HonestConversations #HealingInSobriety

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Trigger warnings: Some of the content of these episodes mentions drinking, past drug use, suicide as well as other personal traumas. Please seek help if needed. The national suicide prevention line is 988 in the United States. Links are provided below for international free help and other resources. Disclaimer

If you are struggling with alcohol or any addiction, here are links to free programs and free help that are available:

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous): https://www.aa.org/find-aa

NA (Narcotics Anonymous): https://usa-na.org/find-na

ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families  https://adultchildren.org/meeting-search/

SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training): https://smartrecovery.org

Other outside free resources outside of recovery:Suicide Prevention in US: Call, or text, 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:

Suicide Prevention Internationally: International Association for Suicide Prevention: 

https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/

Domestic Violence Help: International Domestic Violence Resources: https://safeandtogetherinstitute.com/international-domestic-violence-resources/

International Sexual Assault Resources: https://rainn.org/international-sexual-assault-resources

🎙️ Everything Had to Fall Apart: A Journey in Finding Herself - Osha’s Story

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🎙️ Nothing is Wasted in Recovery- Ila’s Story 🎙️

Friday, May 23rd

44 min 41 sec 

In this episode of the Recovery Sisterhood Podcast 👭, we have Ila! As we delve into the profound connection between spirituality and recovery, we share her heartfelt journeys through addiction and highlight how her experiences, both good and challenging, have shaped her ability to connect with herself and others in meaningful ways.

She dives into the transformative power of community, vulnerability, and accountability in recovery. We also discuss the invaluable lessons learned over nearly seven years and the recovery tools that have helped her maintain her sobriety. This episode offers a refreshing perspective on how our pasts can become powerful assets to help others. 🌟

Join us as we explore the universal truths of connection and spirituality, enhancing our understanding of recovery as a journey of growth, purpose, and compassion. Whether we are on our own recovery paths or seeking inspiration, this conversation will resonate deeply.

✨ Let’s celebrate the strength of community and the beauty of shared experiences together! ✨

🎧 Listen now!

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Trigger warnings: Some of the content of these episodes mentions drinking, past drug use, suicide as well as other personal traumas. Please seek help if needed. The national suicide prevention line is 988 in the United States. Links are provided below for international free help and other resources.

Disclaimer

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous): https://www.aa.org/find-aa

NA (Narcotics Anonymous): https://usa-na.org/find-na

ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families  https://adultchildren.org/meeting-search/

SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training): https://smartrecovery.org

Other outside free resources outside of recovery:

Suicide Prevention in US: Call, or text, 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Suicide Prevention Internationally: International Association for Suicide Prevention: 

https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/

Domestic Violence Help: International Domestic Violence Resources: https://safeandtogetherinstitute.com/international-domestic-violence-resources/

International Sexual Assault Resources: https://rainn.org/international-sexual-assault-resources

🎙️ Nothing is Wasted in Recovery- Ila’s Story 🎙️

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New Highlight Episode- Ila’s Story

✨ Special Highlight Episode: "Becoming Who You Really Are – Ila’s Story"

This special highlight episode offers a glimpse into next week’s full interview with Ila—a woman who entered recovery at the age of twenty and whose story is rich with honesty, growth, and spiritual transformation. From learning to embrace vulnerability to finding strength in connection and developing a moral compass, Ila reminds us that nothing we go through is wasted.🎧 The full episode releases next week—subscribe or follow so you don’t miss it.

 #RecoverySisterhood #RecoveryPodcast #WomenInRecovery #SpecialHighlightEpisode #SpiritualAwakening  #EmotionalSobriety #MindfulRecovery #SoberLife #TransformationStory

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"What I Took for Granted — Until I Couldn't Breathe"

Friday, May 2nd

4 min 30 sec 

This Week Didn’t Go as Planned — And That’s Okay | Recovery Sisterhood Podcast

This episode is different. I had to cancel my first podcast interview due to a sudden health scare—an unexpected shortness of breath that sent me to urgent care and forced me to slow down. It was scary, humbling, and eye-opening. 😔

As someone in long-term recovery, I realized I’d been drifting away from a core part of my healing journey: mindfulness. I used to teach it, live it, breathe it—and somewhere along the way, I let it go. But this experience brought me back. Back to the breath. Back to the present moment. Back to what really matters. 🌬️

In this episode, I share openly about what happened, what I learned, and how it’s leading me to renew my mindfulness practice by getting re-certified. I’m also inviting you to join me on this journey. If you're curious about incorporating mindfulness into your recovery in a gentle, non-pressure way, please reach out. I’ll be sharing what I learn, freely and from the heart. Email me if you're interested. 💞

💌 Email: [email protected] (that’s .org, not .com)

Let’s honor the breath. Let’s honor our recovery. And let’s not take a single moment for granted.

#RecoverySisterhood #MindfulnessInRecovery #WomenInRecovery #12StepJourney #BreathIsLife

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If you are seeking free help in recovery, here are some available resources:

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous): https://www.aa.org/find-aa

NA (Narcotics Anonymous): https://usa-na.org/find-na

ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families  https://adultchildren.org/meeting-search/

SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training): https://smartrecovery.org

"What I Took for Granted — Until I Couldn't Breathe" -A Message from Ardy

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New Podcast Episode

"Words of Redemption: An Author's Journey from Struggle to Empowerment”- Kristin’s Story

Friday, April 25th

47 min 56 sec 

Hey everyone! 👋 In this episode of the Recovery Sisterhood Podcast, we’re diving into an honest and inspiring conversation with Kristin, the author of an inspiring journey and book 📚, who’s been through it all — from battling addiction to finding her way back to herself and helping other nurses do the same.

She shares her story about the unexpected twists that led her down a challenging path, including that wake-up call she got while in jail. We chat about her early days in college, how she discovered alcohol, and the rollercoaster ride that followed. Oh, and becoming a mom? That also played a role in her journey to change.

We’ll talk about the struggles of managing anxiety and depression, the challenge of balancing work and motherhood, and the journey to change with substances like alcohol and pain pills. It’s a real talk about vulnerability, resilience, and the power of asking for help when you need it! ❤️‍🩹

So grab your coffee ☕, get comfy 🛋️, and join us for this heartfelt episode — you won't want to miss it! 🎧 Let’s get into it! 💫

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Kristin’s book, An Unlikely Addict, is now available on Amazon.

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Trigger warnings: Some of the content of these episodes mentions drinking, past drug use, suicide as well as other personal traumas. Please seek help if needed. The national suicide prevention line is 988 in the United States. Links are provided below for international free help and other resources. Disclaimer

This podcast is not affiliated with any denomination, sect, organization, or outside program other than itself. The women featured in this podcast have chosen to share their stories and the paths they have chosen in their recovery journeys.

If you are struggling with alcohol or any addiction, here are links to free programs and free help that are available:

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous): https://www.aa.org/find-aa

NA (Narcotics Anonymous): https://usa-na.org/find-na

ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families  https://adultchildren.org/meeting-search/

SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training): https://smartrecovery.org

Other outside free resources outside of recovery:Suicide Prevention in US: Call, or text, 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Suicide Prevention Internationally: International Association for Suicide Prevention: 

https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/

Domestic Violence Help: International Domestic Violence Resources: https://safeandtogetherinstitute.com/international-domestic-violence-resources/

International Sexual Assault Resources: https://rainn.org/international-sexual-assault-resources

"Words of Redemption: An Author's Journey from Struggle to Empowerment”- Kristin’s Story

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